The pioneering node sale model allows the community to collectively own high-performance DeFi infrastructure on the Optimism Superchain.
R0AR, a leading integrated DeFi super application built on the Optimism OP Stack, today announced its Node Sale plan, allowing global participants to own and operate the key infrastructure of the R0ARchain Layer 2 network. Starting from 2025-08-25, individuals and institutions worldwide can purchase R0AR node licenses, contributing to the decentralization of next-generation financial infrastructure while earning validator rewards.
This initiative marks a significant turning point for decentralized finance—R0AR becomes one of the first Layer 2 ecosystems to open validator infrastructure ownership to the community through a structured node sale plan, combining Ethereum's security with community participation accessibility.
Addressing the "ownership gap" in Layer 2 infrastructure
Despite the rapid adoption of Layer 2 solutions, with the total locked value (TVL) of optimistic Rollups exceeding $15 billion, most infrastructure remains concentrated in the hands of a few institutional validators. The R0AR node sale brings this critical resource to the masses, allowing anyone to own and operate validation nodes while earning rewards by securing the network.
Dustin Hedrick, co-founder and CTO of R0AR, explained, "Traditional Layer 2 requires users to trust centralized sequencers and validators. We disrupt this model by directly handing over the infrastructure that drives users' financial sovereignty to community ownership. This is not just about earning rewards; it's about taking control of the future of decentralized finance."
With DeFi expected to reach a market size of $231 billion by 2030, the infrastructure supporting these protocols must evolve from centralized gatekeepers to community-owned networks that align incentives among users, validators, and protocols.
The intersection of technological innovation and community empowerment
R0AR nodes are the core of the R0ARchain validator network, performing the following key functions:
Transaction validation: Verifying and processing all on-chain transactions
Data availability: Ensuring transaction data is accessible and verifiable
Network security: Participating in consensus and fraud-proof mechanisms
Cross-chain operations: Supporting seamless bridging with Ethereum and other Superchain networks
Unlike traditional validator deployments that require complex technical knowledge, R0AR nodes emphasize ease of use.
Minimum hardware requirements
Storage: 250 GB SSD (will increase with block height)
Memory: 16 GB
CPU: 8 vCPU
Three operating modes
Self-hosted: Run on local hardware or VPS
Node as a Service (License Pooling): Delegate to professional service providers (e.g., NaaS partners)
Hybrid mode: Self-hosting + professional backup
Node sale structure
Drawing on the successful experience of Aethir's over $60 million node sale, R0AR has designed a tiered pricing structure to reward early participants while ensuring broad community accessibility.
- The final tiered structure and total supply will be announced later
**USD equivalent calculated based on the ETH price of $4500 at the time of release
Strategic partner early access
Executive R0AR Society NFT holders: 5 days early access
R0AR Country Club members: 5 days early access
Early adopter OG $1R0R token holders: 5 days early access
Diverse income node economic model
R0AR node operators can enjoy multiple potential income sources, building sustainable long-term incentives:
Primary validator rewards
Base issuance: Paid in $ETH
Performance bonus: Paid in 1R0R
Network fee sharing: A portion of all transaction fees on R0ARchain
Future: Cross-chain income—bridging and interoperability fee sharing
More to be announced
Future ecosystem integration bonuses
DeFi activity multiplier: Bonus rewards based on on-chain DeFi transaction volume
AI usage rewards: Additional 1R0R for R0ARacle AI computation tasks
NFT marketplace transaction fees: Revenue sharing from native NFT marketplace transactions
Governance participation: Rewards for voting on proposals directly related to R0AR Chain and community involvement
Early adopter benefits (first 6 months)
Double reward period: Hybrid distribution of 1R0R and ETH
Airdrop eligibility: Priority participation in future ecosystem token releases
Premium support: Direct support from the core development team
Exclusive access: Priority experience of Beta features and protocol upgrades
Platform access: Entry to all applications and products in the R0AR ecosystem
Whitelist: Priority participation in upcoming projects / applications / NFT collections
AI empowerment: Can operate in conjunction with R0ARacle AI
NFT-based node licenses
R0AR node licenses will be issued in the form of ERC-721 NFTs on the Ethereum mainnet, providing:
Verifiable ownership: On-chain proof of node operation rights
Composability: Can be integrated into DeFi for collateral / lending
Metadata tracking: On-chain records of performance history and reward statistics
RCNL ERC-721 smart contract address: 0xC751CEe4fc803Eb591f4D368E6f6C2e07eEC2FEA
Node license features
Lifetime access: No recurring fees or subscription costs
Upgradable: Participation in network upgrades and new feature releases
Governance rights: Voting on network parameters and protocol improvements
Interoperable: R0AR Chain compatible with other Optimism Superchain networks
Built for scale and security
R0ARchain node infrastructure leverages cutting-edge technology to ensure optimal performance:
Optimism OP Stack integration
Fraud-proof system: Automatically challenges invalid state transitions
Data availability assurance: Ethereum-supported data publishing ensures transparency
Modular architecture: Seamless upgrades without downtime
Superchain compatibility: Native interoperability with Base, Zora, and other OP Stack chains
Strategic partnerships enhance node value
R0AR has secured and will expand key partnerships to maximize node operator benefits.
Node as a Service (NaaS) providers
Professional management: Enterprise-grade hosting solutions
Guaranteed uptime: SLA-level performance commitments
Technical support: Expert assistance for complex operations
Cost optimization: Shared infrastructure reduces operational expenses
Infrastructure partners
Cloud service providers: AWS, Digital Ocean, and regional providers with discounted rates
Monitoring services: Integrated alerts and performance tracking
Security audits: Regular security reviews of smart contracts and infrastructure
Market opportunities for infrastructure growth
The validator infrastructure sector is rapidly accelerating, as evidenced by the performance of leading OP Stack chains:
Layer 2 TVL growth: Base surged from under $500 million in 2024 to over $2 billion, continuing to expand to over $8 billion in June 2024, distributed across regulated and native liquidity pools.
On-chain activity: Base processes over 50 million transactions monthly in 2025, surpassing established L2s like Arbitrum.
Zora's daily transaction volume can reach approximately 100,000, indicating strong user engagement.
Developer / creator adoption: In July 2025, the creation of tokens on Base surged—around 6,600 new tokens at the beginning of July, skyrocketing to nearly 100,000 within two days, driven by the SocialFi boom led by Zora.
On July 29 alone, Zora accounted for ~49,989 token issuances, capturing 63% market share. Since the Base App's relaunch, Zora has facilitated 1.6 million Creator Coins, attracted nearly 3 million unique traders, and generated over $470 million in transaction volume.
Cross-chain (bridge) volume: Base bridge aggregator processes approximately $14.8 million in cross-chain transfers daily, totaling about $360 million monthly, indicating growing demand for up-and-downhill infrastructure.
Implications for R0AR Chain:
TVL and liquidity potential: Even capturing a small portion of this growth can quickly attract significant liquidity.
High transaction throughput: Base's monthly baseline of 50 million+ transactions proves the architecture's scalability—R0AR Chain is built on the same OP Stack, meeting high-frequency usage conditions.
Creator ecosystem: The Zora case shows that creators will flock to infrastructure that empowers their minted content, and R0AR Chain can quickly benchmark its construction.
Cross-chain composability: Bridge volumes reaching hundreds of millions provide high-value funding and transaction flow for seamless participation infrastructure.
R0AR node operators will be at the center of this growth, able to earn rewards from every transaction, exchange, staking, and NFT transaction within the ecosystem.
Key dates
2025-08-05: Node sale announcement and document release
2025-08-19: Early access for 1R0R adopters and NFT holders begins
2025-08-25: Public sale (UTC 10:00 AM)
Immediately after minting: Node license NFTs distributed to participants
Q4 2025: Node client software release and deployment begins
Q4 2025: Reward distribution begins
How to participate
Prepare wallet: Ensure sufficient ETH in your MetaMask or compatible wallet to pay for gas and node price (10% discount available when purchasing with the native token r0ar). Available assets: 1R0R, USDC, USDT, ETH
Complete KYC: Go through identity verification to qualify for rewards (required for purchase)
Choose tier: Select the best price tier based on your budget; the earlier, the scarcer
Purchase license: Execute the transaction during the designated sales window
Receive NFT: Immediately obtain the node license NFT on the Ethereum chain
Deploy node: Download the client software and start validation operations
Purchase requirements
Minimum age: 18 years (to participate in rewards)
Regional restrictions: Excludes non-participating countries and OFAC-sanctioned areas
Payment methods: ETH, USDC, USDT, 1R0R (10% discount when using the native token r0ar)
Gas fees: Additional ETH required to cover transaction costs
Infrastructure owned by the community in the future
The R0AR node sale is not just a financing mechanism; it represents a transformation towards community ownership of financial infrastructure paradigms. As traditional finance increasingly adopts blockchain technology, the validators securing these networks must embody the decentralized principles inherent to crypto.
Dustin Hedrick, co-founder of R0AR, stated, "We are not just selling node licenses; we are allocating ownership of the financial internet's infrastructure to those who use it most. This creates the strongest alignment for network security, community incentives, and long-term sustainability."
Outlook after launch
New revenue streams: Integration with emerging DeFi and AI protocols
Governance evolution: Community-driven protocol improvements and upgrades
Partnership expansion: Revenue sharing from strategic ecosystem integrations
Access: Gain entry to the entire R0AR ecosystem, whitelist, and airdrop eligibility
About R0AR
R0AR is a next-generation DeFi ecosystem based on a custom Layer 2 (using the Optimism OP Stack). It integrates self-custody, AI-driven trading, staking, NFTs, and real-world asset (RWA) support into a seamless platform. Powered by the $1R0R token and governed by the community, R0AR is dedicated to unlocking secure, intelligent, and sovereign finance for everyone.
More information: r0ar.io
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